Bodhi
Meaning & Origin
Bodhi is a Sanskrit and Pali name meaning “awakening” or “enlightenment,” rooted in Buddhist tradition where it describes the spiritual understanding attained by the Buddha under the Bodhi tree.
Popularity
Bodhi has risen quickly since the 2010s, appealing to parents drawn to spiritual and nature-connected names, now ranking within the U.S. top 300 for boys.
Nicknames & Variations
Bodhi is short and rarely abbreviated further. Variant spellings include Bodi and Bodee.
Similar Names
Similar spiritual and nature names include Kai, Asher, Rowan, Zen, and Phoenix.
Personality & Trivia
With its meaning tied to enlightenment, Bodhi suggests a calm, thoughtful, and spiritually grounded personality, popular among surf and yoga communities.
Famous People Named Bodhi
- Bodhi Ransom Green, son of actors Megan Fox and Brian Austin Green
Quick Facts
- Gender: Boy
- Origin: Sanskrit/Pali
- Meaning: “Awakening” or “enlightenment”
- Pronunciation: BOH-dee
